The Cove Campground is a privately owned, certified tree farm.The Cove covers about 3000 acres located among the Appalachian Mountains.  There are 3 large lakes in the area, as well as several ponds. The Cove provides family camping and public access removed from commercialization; it has many amenities such as hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, cabins, hot showers, target range, and winter snow tubing. There are 30 miles of ATV and motorcycle trails that run throughout the Cove. The campsites are large and most are wooded, several campsites are lakeside and certain campsites are available with electric hookups. It is the desire of the present owners to share the charm, solitude, and beauty of The Cove with those who love the outdoors.

Pull Through Available	Water Hookup	Electrical Hookup
30 Amp Available	50 Amp Available	Dump Station
Fishing Nearby	Fishing Onsite	Golf Nearby
Beaches Nearby	Phone Available	Outdoor Games
Tents Allowed	Rental Cabins Cottages	Boat Docks
Pavillion	Big Rigs Welcome	Pets Welcome

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Calender Events In Our Area

Newtown Heritage         

Contact the Stephens City Town Office for more information (540) 869-3087 http://stephenscity.vi.virginia.gov/newtownheritage.shtml 
      Chili Cook Off Weekend  July 16-18
      Come to compete or come to eat! Get fired up and do both!
      Shenandoah Valley Steam & Gas Engine Show          July 23 - 25
      This show features some of the finest restored farm tractors, restored farm equipment, a working steam-powered belt-driven saw mill, demonstrations of a vintage belt-driven threshing machine and hay bailer, a "parade of tractors", and a tractor pull featuring ONLY vintage stock farm tractors.In addition to a step back into the past, on Saturday listen to some outstanding bluegrass music. Held at the Ruritan-Clark County Show Grounds, located on Route 7. www.svsgea.com       

July 24-26–Berryville.

43rd Annual Pageant of Steam and Gas Show at the Ruritan-Clark County Show Grounds, Business Route 7. Parade, tractor pull, food, music. Also a flea market with something for everyone from hard-to-find parts for old engines to ball caps. Admission fee and no pets allowed. 540-664-7406.

July 26-August 1–Winchester.

Frederick County Fair (located on Route 11 north of Winchester, near Clearbrook) featuring exhibits, live music, food, demonstrations, entertainment and a lot more. Admission fee. 540-667-8739.

Frederick County Fair          July 26 - Jul 31
      Frederick County Fair offers fun for the entire family! Enjoy performances by country music recording artists and also live bluegrass music. See smash-up action at the demolition derby! There's also beauty pageants, lawnmower racing, canival, livestock shows, petting zoo and much more! Located at the Frederick County Fairgrounds on Route 11 North.  (540) 667-8739 http://www.frederickcountyfair.com          

July 31-August 7–Front Royal.

Warren County Fair at the Fair Grounds, 26 Fairgrounds Road. The Pageants are held on the 31st, they include fairest of the fair, tiny, little miss, and preteen. Live entertainment, animals shows, exhibits, tractor pull, master of the chainsaw, circus, and more on August 1st-7th. Demolition derby on the 2nd, and the 5th. ATV dirt drag racing on the 6th. Admission fee. 540-635-5827.

August 1-7–Front Royal.

Warren County Fair at the Fairgrounds, 26 Fairgrounds Road. Live entertainment, animal shows, exhibits, tractor pull, master of the chainsaw, circus, and more. Demolition derby on the 2nd, and the 5th. ATV dirt drag racing on the 6th. Admission fee. 540-635-5827.

Scrapbooking Weekend Aug 6 -8
      Come for a fun-filled weekend of scrapbooking! Space, tables and some supplies will be provided.
      Marker-Miller Peach Festival          Aug. 14
      Enjoy fresh peaches, peach cobbler, peach sundaes, and country ham sandwiches. Barrel train and wagon rides for children. Music and much more!
Held at Marker-Miller Orchards, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade. (540) 662-1391 www.markermillerorchards.com         

August 8-14–Berryville.

Clarke County Fair at the Ruritan Fairgrounds (860 West Main Street). Old fashioned country fair with lots of modern activities. A demolition derby on the 8th and 14th. Bull riding and a rodeo on the 13th. Also carnival rides, animal shows, animal beauty contests, music and other entertainment. There will be a variety of sales, pig/rabbit scrambles, fresh produce displays, competitions, and chicken/beef bar-b-que dinners. Admission fee. 540-955-2530.

BIG DOGS OFFROAD    Aug. 12-15- Gore.

The Cove Campground will be host to the Big Dogs Off-road.  Riders must be registered to the event.  For more information call (410) 440-3670 www.bigdogsoffroad.com

August 12-14–Winchester.

Greenwood Volunteer Fire and Rescue Co. 809 Greenwood Road, will be having a yard party, auction, and a cruise-in. Call 540-667-9417 for more details.

August 14–Shenandoah County.

6th Annual Yard Crawl, all along the infamous Route 11. The event will feature our historic towns New Market, Mt. Jackson, Edinburg, Woodstock, Strasburg, Middle-town, Stephens City and include businesses, sidewalk sales, yard sales, antiques, food, and much more along the designated scenic byway. For more information call 540-459-6227.

Richard's Fruit Market Peach and Millinery Festival  Aug. 15
      A unique festival that includes peaches, peach ice-cream, smoothies, and great live music for the family. Then check out the millinery with beautiful hand made hats that will strike your fancy with thier whimsical designs. Located at Richard's Fruit Market, 6410 Middle Road, Middletown. (540) 869-1455
www.richardsfruitmarket.com         

August 21–Front Royal.

“On the River Fest”, at the VFW event grounds, 1847 N. Royal Ave. Local music, great food, demonstrations, fun activities for the kids and more! Environmental education opportunities will be provided by the Friends of the Shenandoah. Local vendors, prizes, and Virginia products. Free canoe trips provided by Front Royal Canoe & Downriver Canoe Company with passenger shuttles from VFW to Front Royal Landing. Sorry, no pets are allowed at the festival. www.canoecapital.org.

August 28–Winchester.

“Salsa Fest” at Court Square Autopark Roof, 2 N. Cameron Street. Live salsa music, best salsa tasting contest, and “salsa with the stars” dance competition, from 5-10 p.m. Admission fee. 540-662-4946.

Fish Fry Celebration Sept. 3
      Stuff yourself with hand-battered fried catfish while you enjoy live music, tasty beverages and great family entertainment. Located in downtown Winchester at Our Health Community Campus, 301 North Cameron Street. (540) 536-1630. www.concernhotline.com           
      Apple Harvest Festival Sept. 17-19         
Winchester's Apple Harvest Festival - 180 arts and crafts, ethnic foods, Virginia State Apple Butter Making Championship, regional apple pie baking contest, Ole Tyme Apple Growers Exhibit, and much more! Enjoy fall in the apple country at Jim Barnett Park - Candy Hill provides complimentary trolley shuttle service to and from the park. 1001 E. Cork Street, Winchester. (540) 662-4827         

6th Annual Tri-State Antique Truck Show          Sept. 23-25         
From dawn til dusk at the Frederick County Fairgrounds visitors can see antique trucks, fire trucks, farm tractors, and military vehicles-all in working condition! Admission is only $2 for adults, children under 12 are free. www.tri-state-antiquetrucksshow.com         

BIG DOGS OFFROAD   Sept. 9-12- Gore.

The Cove Campground will be host to the Big Dogs Off-road.  Riders must be registered to the event.  For more information call (410) 440-3670 www.bigdogsoffroad.com

National Competition: North-South Skirmish Association          Sept.29 - Oct. 3
      Member units compete in live-fire matches with original or authentic reproduction Civil War period muskets, carbines, breech loading rifles, revolvers, mortars and cannons. It is one of the largest Civil War events of its kind in the country! Free event. Bring the entire family and see history in action! Members of the NSSA who can show proper membership card will get 20% off any stay of 4 days or more during this event! Held at Fort Shenandoah, 480 Chalybeate Spring Road, Winchester. (248) 258-9007  www.n-ssa.org         

Blandy Farm Arbor Festival Oct. 9 - 10
      The Arboretum's famous fall festival and plant sale. Join the fun activities including scarecrow making, guided nature walks, Arboretum and bird walks, as well as hay rides for the kids. Located at 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. (540) 837-1758 www.virginia.edu/blandy         

Marker-Miller Harvest Festival Oct. 9 - 10
      Get some apple cobbler, caramel apple sundaes and country style food. You can pick your own apples and pumpkins while you enjoy great music. Wagon rides and barrel train rides for the kids. Located at Marker-Miller Orchards. (540) 662-1391 www.markermillerorchards.com         

BIG DOGS OFFROAD   Oct. 15-17- Gore.

The Cove Campground will be host to the Big Dogs Off-road.  Riders must be registered to the event.  For more information call (410) 440-3670 www.bigdogsoffroad.com

Shenandoah Valley - Hot Air Balloon & Wine Festival          Oct. 15-17         
Picnic on the grounds of historic Long Branch while enjoying live music and the glow of tethered hot air balloons floating in the skies above you. Bring your own meal or pick from tasty vendors’ offerings on the grounds. Grab yourself a glass and enjoy the wide selection of local made wines, gourmet food and there's even things for kids. Held at 830 Long Branch Lane, Millwood. (540) 837-1856. www.historiclongbranch.com          

146th Civil War Battle Re-enactment          Oct. 15-17          
Visit the battlefield to witness thousands of re-enactors as they recreate the last great Civil War battle of the Shenandoah Valley. Hundreds of cavalry and scores of artillery participate in daily battles and demonstrations. Spectators are invited to visit living history and military camps, enjoy musical and historical presentations in the symposium tent, shop on Sutler Row for one of a kind items, dine on great food, and more. Just 20 minutes south of Winchester in Middletown. (540) 869-2064 www.cedarcreekbattlefield.org          Marker-Miller

Pumpkin Festival Oct. 23
      Enjoy food, wagon rides, barrel train rides and live music. Get the family to go for a hunt and pick the perfect pumpkin. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Come enjoy this FREE event at Marker-Miller Orchards. (540) 662-1391 www.markermillerorchards.com